Tower Foreman - Morgantown, WV

Pillar Innovations is an Industrial Solutions and Service Company with over 15 years of experience in the Energy, Mining, Industrial Construction, Aggregate, and Renewables Industries. The Corporate Headquarters are located in Grantsville, MD with several offices throughout the country.

Are you looking for a place to expand your skills and grow in a career? Our company promotes continuous learning, diverse work opportunities, and flexibility. We also provide defined career path advancement, full benefits, and a variety of apprenticeship/continuing education programs. We pride ourselves on the versatility of our skillsets and the variety of services that we provide to our customers. We maintain a high level of respect and dignity for our employees, customers, and for the communities that we serve. We have always held a high regard for providing a flexible work-life balance for our employees and we will continue to do so.

We are a diverse and rapidly growing company that is continually on the lookout for emerging markets and opportunities. As an employee, the keys to success are maintaining a positive, can-do attitude and a strong sense of ambition and safety. These key attributes have contributed greatly to the success of our company and to the advancement of our workforce.

Openings for experienced workers and training for entry level positions are always available. Start a career with us today!

The general role of a Tower Foreman - Wireless Services is to safely and efficiently complete equipment installations, repairs, and upgrades at communications sites both on the ground and at elevated heights without direct supervision. In addition, the Tower Foreman will be responsible for leading and mentoring a team of up to 6 members. This work will be performed in both commercial and industrial locations.

This individual will represent Pillar Innovations in a safe, professional, and courteous manner. This position will require a flexible schedule which may include extensive travel, extended hours, weekends, and holidays.

The Tower Foreman will report to the Construction Manager – Wireless Services and will work primarily out of their assigned location.

Build customer infrastructure, such as tower erection, expansion, and upgrades to new and existing wireless networks (e.g., tower mods, L&A installs)

Read, interpret, and edit site documents such as Construction Drawings, Radio Frequency Data Sheets, Structural Analyses, Mount Analyses, Tower Modification Design Drawings, etc.

Safely and efficiently complete equipment installations and upgrades at elevated heights

Identify, troubleshoot, and correct equipment and network functionality

Observe and report possible compound/equipment defects or hazards

Document job costs, including labor hours and material in an accurate and timely manner

Accurately follow instructions and complete assigned course of action in accordance with scope of work and methods of procedures (MOPs)

Complete Material Inventory upon delivery

Perform pre-work and post-work site audits

Obtain written customer approval for any change orders

Operate Test Equipment (RF Sweep Gear, PIM, and Fiber Testing)

Train and mentor Wireless Services team members

Perform and oversee site work activities as required or directed

Assist management in scheduling of labor, materials, and other job tasks

Develop and execute rigging plans for hoisting operations per industry standards

Lead and mentor a team of up to 6 members and participate as an active team member in work being performed

Assist Wireless Services Management on all aspects of project execution and completion including timely documentation

Assist Wireless Services Management in writing reports from field observations

Ensure that projects are completed on schedule while maintaining quality control

Perform tower structural mappings, inventory mappings, maintenance inspections, and site audits

Provide ongoing feedback to management regarding employee performance, production, and placement

Provide feedback and input for employee performance reviews

5+ years of experience in the wireless communications industry with the capacity to understand and manage multiple projects, multiple customers, and personnel preferred with at least 4+ years of experience installing and maintaining cabling, antennas, microwave dishes, tower builds, site inspections, lighting systems, wireless carriers preferred

Valid Driver’s License required

Ability and attitude to follow rigid job safety standards and properly utilize specialized Personal Protective Equipment

Possess strong problem resolution and customer interaction skills

Possess or obtain OSHA 30 Training Certificate within 6 months of hire or promotion

Maintain certifications for courses such as: Authorized/ Competent Climber, Authorized/Competent Rescuer, ANSI A10.48 Rigging Certification, Capstan Operations, RF Awareness, OSHA 10, First Aid/ CPR and other certifications as required

Knowledge and ability to perform tower structural mappings, inventory mappings, maintenance inspections and site audits

Proficient in operating test equipment [i.e., RF (radio frequency) sweep gear, PIM (passive intermodulation), and fiber testing]

Read, understand and implement tower rigging plans

Competency and ability to deploy complex rigging setups (2:1, 3:1, etc..) to hoist heavy loads safely to the tower

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

Fluency in English is required

Proficient computer skills and ability to use software applications including Microsoft Suite

Willingness to take on and learn new tasks and skills

Able to work independently and as a member of a team

Willingness to work in extreme environmental conditions

Familiarity with general accounting/costing practices including budgeting, invoicing, purchase orders and accounts payable

Familiarity with general accounting/costing practices including budgeting, invoicing, purchase orders and accounts payable

Possess demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to supervise a team of up to 6 technicians

Working Conditions

Walk, crawl, talk, see, read, hear, feel, sit, stand, kneel, crouch, twist, reach, grasp and climb with both hands and legs for extended periods of time

Lift and/or move up to 75 pounds

Climb at heights of 300’+ for extended periods of time

Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

This position requires the completion of a thorough background and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. In accordance with The Company’s Drug and Alcohol policy, employees are required to participate in random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing as requested.

AAP/EEO Statement

This Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities without regard to any protected classes under applicable law.

ADA Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Comprehensive Benefits

Health/Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Short/Long term disability

Paid time off and holidays

Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation provided for out-of-town work

Employee focused work environment

On-the-job mentoring and training

Internal job postings

Performance and salary reviews

Employee feedback program

Advancement through defined employee career paths

Safety-first and drug free work environments

Bonuses and incentives for working safely

Company provided tools and basic safety equipment

PPE allowances with no restrictions on vendors

Weekly pay with premium pay for Sundays and holidays

Smart Money program with optional counseling to aid employees with financial goals

Scholarship opportunities for dependent children